Jo Jo and Eloise

Hi there!! My name is Angelina and you can find me blogging over at JoJo and Eloise. I am thrilled to pieces that I get to be here, with you on Reasons To Skip Housework. I LOVE blogging exactly for this reason, Getting to meet and make new friends. Melanie, was so sweet to offer {Read More…}

Handmade Gift Ideas Anyone Can Make

DIY gifts roundup

When it comes to handmade gift ideas, I’m usually pretty picky because it has to be something I’m actually able to make.  If it’s got too many steps or too many materials, I just can’t bring myself to either a) figure it out or b) find the motivation to get a big project done.  Here {Read More…}

Mother’s Day Gift {a quick any easy anytime gift}

dip bowl gift

This sweet gift would work for any gift occasion, starting with a Mother’s Day Gift.  If mom lives near you and you’re still trying to figure out the perfect gift for her – this dip bowl and recipe bundle is the perfect thoughtful gift! I found a bowl that was 50% off at Hobby Lobby….SCORE! {Read More…}

Menu Planning Board

menu board

I’m not one who plans out her meals one month in advance.  I’ve always been the lazy planner.  I think of something about 3:30 and rush to get it ready.  This meal board idea was never something I would have made for myself, but at our last MOPS meeting, this was on the agenda.  I {Read More…}

Washi Tape Welcome Sign

washi welcome sign 2

I have to admit a teensy, tiny obsession with a little thing called, Washi Tape, maybe you’ve heard of it, eh?  I really think if there was a show similar to Hoarders, but for people who decorate too much with Washi, this girl here {fingers pointed to me!} would be nominated by just about everyone! {Read More…}

tshirt bag

Tshirt Bag

Why not repurpose a white tee and turn it into a tshirt bag?My girl has been big into pretend play in the last 6 months.  She LOVES to shop with her real shopping cart, in her “grocery store” that’s stocked with canned goods and cut apart fruit!  She’s been putting all of her groceries in {Read More…}

Washi Tape Storage Box

Washi Tape Storage

This Washi Tape Storage box was super easy to make and is the perfect solution for my small Washi tape collection.  I didn’t need a fancy large storage wall.  I don’t have that much Washi, although I do LOVE it!  This box was on clearance at Michael’s for $4.5o – down from $15.00 – a {Read More…}

Children’s ABC Play Table

abc play table2

I’ve wanted a children’s ABC play table for my girl since she first started to walk, so when I finally made the decision to get my girl a “real” table, and looked at the prices of kids tables, I about choked.  Unless you get a flimsy plastic table and chairs, you’re looking at $100+.  This {Read More…}